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Councils can be a real challenge - I would first take a look and see if your IFC and PHC send any representatives to NPHC and MCGC meetings? Would those councils be willing to have a rep be there? That way, IFC and PHC can attend more of these councils events, update them on what's going on, and open up the communication lines a little bit more.
Often, NPHC and MCGC have been left out of the loop in the past with things such as Greek Week, Week of the Scholar, and other such "all-Greek" events. Whether it's right or not, some of these members may not feel so inclined to extend the all-Greek love, so it's going to take more work on the PHC/IFC end to show sincere commitment to Greek unity and interest in collaboration outside of for your own good (not that you are - but we all know how things can be perceived at times).
Take things a step at a time - see if you can start a Greek unity committee, or other such group, combining members from all councils to discuss ways to close the gap - maybe it's by each semester hosting a philanthropy together, maybe it's in Panhellenic sororities inviting MCGC groups for socials (vice versa all-around), or other specific tasks that you can work on together to enhance your GC. Eventually, if this group is going well, you could examine creating a strategic/long-term plan for your community, identifying key areas where you all can work together, setting long-term and short-term goals, etc.
All in all, find a few ways to reach out and create face-time between members to exchange updates, ideas, and most of all support.
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